Thoracic Spine MRI: A Clinical Foundation For Practitioners

Course overview

Identify the APE sequences and three imaging planes used in thoracic MRI to establish a foundation for interpreting reports. Recognize thoracic disc herniation, stenosis, and myelopathy patterns on MRI and identify cord T2 hyperintensity requiring urgent neurosurgical referral. Differentiate trauma, tumor, and infection patterns on thoracic MRI and identify six red-flag findings requiring same-day referral. Apply a systematic checklist to interpret thoracic MRI reports, recognize common artifacts, and document precise referral language.